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How do you know if a driver is eligible for an EV? For the first time in Fleet Management, we have had to consider an employee’s unique circumstances during a Fit for Purpose analysis, to determine whether they are suitable for an EV. This is called a Driver Persona. An Electric Vehicle Driver Persona is a detailed profile of an individual, outlining their suitability or preferences for using electric vehicles. This persona considers various factors such as driving habits, business trip distances and profile, access to charging infrastructure, and driver acceptance. By creating these personas, your organisation can identify which drivers are best suited for EV adoption, and tailor your EV policies accordingly, making informed decisions about the allocation of electric vehicles within your fleet. These personas are developed by completing a Driver EV Suitability Assessment, that will uncover the drivers personal and business travel circumstances relating to their charge options, trip personas and acceptance. FleetPolicy.com has sample Suitability Assessments, and Fleet Policy templates will help your organisation integrate EV’s into your fleet.  

Great piece from Jason Morgan and Fleet Equipment Magazine on the all-new Volvo VNL. #Connectivity makes #maintenance even more intelligent. When paired with the Blue Service Contract, Volvo Trucks North America customers can have true peace of mind knowing that their dealer is keeping them up-to-speed on all maintenance, scheduling as needed and minimizing unnecessary stops by making data driven decisions. This is #NextGeneration #Trucking. This is #volvotrucks and the #allnewvolvovnl. https://lnkd.in/dR5Zpw_x

🔧 DIY Fleet Maintenance Tips Every Fleet Manager Should Master 💪🔩 Fleet managers, take the wheel of your fleet's maintenance journey! At AutoHive Fleet Services, we believe in empowering you with practical DIY tips to keep your vehicles in prime condition. 🌟 Top DIY Tips to Boost Your Fleet's Performance: 1. 🔍 Regular Visual Inspections: Tip: Think of it as a fleet health checkup. Train your team to visually inspect for leaks, wear, or anything that seems out of the ordinary. Early discoveries mean smoother rides ahead! 2. 🛢️ Fluid Checks and Top-Ups: Tip: Fluids are the lifeblood of your fleet. Keep them at their A-game by regularly checking and topping up oil, transmission fluid, and brake fluid. It's like giving your vehicles a refreshing energy boost. 3. 🔧 Battery Health Checks: Tip: Your fleet's heartbeat lies in its batteries. Keep an eye on terminals for any sign of corrosion, and don't forget to monitor battery voltage. Simple TLC for uninterrupted power. 4. 🚗 Tire Pressure Monitoring: Tip: Inflate those tires to perfection! A reliable pressure gauge is your trusty sidekick for enhancing fuel efficiency and ensuring your tires go the extra mile. 5. 🔩 DIY Oil Changes: Tip: Dive into the basics of oil changes. It's not just about maintenance; it's about understanding your fleet inside out. Knowledge is horsepower! 6. 🛠️ Basic Brake Inspections: Tip: Brakes are your fleet's superheroes. Regularly inspect pads and discs, addressing minor issues before they become villains. Safety is a journey, not a destination. 🌟 Why AutoHive? ✅ Amazon, Rivian, and more—trusted names choose AutoHive. ✅ Fleet Focused—Our team specializes in the rapid and changing needs of commercial fleets ✅ Personalized Mobile Services—Our mobile technicians bring the AutoHive experience directly to your fleet. 📌 Ready to Elevate Your DIY Fleet Maintenance Game? Contact AutoHive Fleet Services for expert support and keep your fleet rolling smoothly! #AutoHiveFleetServices #HoustonFleetServices #CarRepair #FleetRepair

Battery-electric vehicles and other alternative fuel trucks could make up 15% of the market by 2023, changing how fleets operate. Uptake's President Jim Rice, CTP offers insight into the current market, maintenance modifications and the power of data analytics to help fleets avoid the shock of electric trucks. Read more in Hard Working Trucks Partner Solutions. https://uptake.ink/3Reo3fY #EVs #FleetMaintenance

🔋There are many benefits of #ev charging. #Fleet owners are embracing electric vehicles (EVs) as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to internal combustion engine vehicles (ICE). With EVs accounting for up to 13% of vehicle sales in 2024, the momentum is undeniable. 📈 Particularly in the trucking industry, where fuel costs are a significant expense, EVs offer substantial savings by eliminating idling costs, which can amount to thousands of dollars per vehicle annually. ⛽ Ready to electrify your fleet? Explore EV fleet solutions for a greener and more economical future. ⚡ #EVs #FleetManagement Read More Here 👉https://hubs.la/Q02wqYHC0

Worried that electric vehicles are too expensive for you to transition your fleet? Think again! 💡 As part of our #Mythbuster Series, we took a hard look at the costs of transitioning your fleet to electric. As it turns out, the total cost of ownership (TCO) for many #electrictrucks is projected to be similar to or, even better than, that of traditional ICE trucks within the next few years. Plus, new technological advancements are making electric trucks more affordable than ever. Read more about the #myths of EV fleet costs in Revolv’s new series:

Great News! Fleets are leading the charge towards the electric future! ⚡ In 2023, fleets were responsible for almost two-thirds of all new battery electric vehicles registered. But is it enough? Let us know your thoughts below!🤔 #fleetmanagement #ev #battery

In all of the discussions of electric vehicles one area of clean vehicle technologies that goes largely unnoticed is fleets. What are fleets? Well, all kinds of things that we deal with in our daily lives. Fire, police and ambulances? Those are vehicle fleets. School buses? Yup, those too. And utility crews, long haul trucking that keeps grocery and retail stores stocked, the US Post Office delivery system and the package delivery services that bring goods right to our doorsteps - all fleets. And fleets are hard at work to reduce emissions. California and other states have passed ambitious plans termed "advanced clean fleet" rules, and both private and public sector fleets have ambitious goals to reduce carbon emissions. The diversity of the kinds of vehicles that fleets operate, and the critical services they provide, mean that fleets will need a variety of technology options as they work to decarbonize - one size definitely does not fit all in the fleet space. This piece in the The Washington Post by Shannon Osaka does a nice job of laying out some of the progress we are seeing, as well as some of the challenges fleets face. For example, regulators place the burden on fleets to move their fleets to zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs) by certain dates, but to do that fleets are dependent on many other actors; vehicle manufacturers to produce ZEVs that meet the dizzying variety of fleet needs, and fueling infrastructure for the vehicles, be it a new electrical substation to permit EV charging or hydrogen fueling infrastructure, provided by utilities or others. That is why it is critical for legislators, regulators and the private sector to collaborate with not just fleets but vehicle manufacturers, technology developers, utilities and others to ensure that we develop rules and timetables that fleets can meet while ensuring they continue to deliver the critical services we all rely on. NAFA Fleet Management Association, which represents fleet managers nationwide, is playing a critical role in helping to make this collaboration happen to facilitate the timely decarbonization of America's fleets. https://lnkd.in/eTuYid4u

Ford Pro has launched the E-Transit Custom Van with a new home charging system for EVs that is specifically aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises in increasing their productivity while saving them money and benefiting the environment, as reported by CleanTechnica. Ford Pro's new EV charging system offers not only a home charger and installation, but also comprehensive training, management software, charge scheduling for efficiency, and warranty, as per CleanTechnica. This allows SMEs to reduce the cost of purchasing company vehicles. The Ford Pro system effectively uses technology to integrate EV driving and company management into one

Electric and alternative-fuel vehicles are top of mind for government #fleet managers. Cost per mile and upfitting repair shops will continue to drive decisions as more local governments introduce #EVs. If you are considering implementing electric or alternative-fuel vehicles, let’s chat.